Chapter 302 I Want to Hear Your Voice

Minister Qiu saw that she looked sincere and didn't seem to be lying. Moreover, he had tested the original ingredients of Yunzhilian multiple times, and they were indeed the same as the formula she provided.

So why can't perfumes with the same formula and the same raw materials smell the same? What's the problem?

Could it be that Han Xi has some secret he hasn't told him yet?

Seeing Han Xi's questioning gaze, he smiled awkwardly and said, "If that's what you're saying, it really is my own problem. But think about it carefully, is there anything you haven't told me?"

Since he was being so serious, Han Xi pretended to be trying very hard to recall.

Under Minister Qiu's expectant gaze, Han Xi shook her head: "I followed the contents of that notebook exactly."

"That's strange. Could the problem lie with the original factory?" Minister Qiu was clearly still not giving up.

"Uncle Qiu, there is only one raw material company in the country that can produce the raw materials needed outside, and it produces them strictly according to the time and quantity I provide, and there has never been a problem."

Minister Qiu felt a headache coming on. He went to the raw materials engineering department and brought back the leftover materials from last year to conduct experiments, but the taste was completely wrong.

The problem definitely lies with Han Xi.

“You’re right. But since you’ve given me the formula, you must trust me. There are some minor issues that I need your personal guidance on. Otherwise, I won’t be able to grasp the key points, and problems will definitely arise in the future.”

Han Xi nodded: "What you said makes sense. I think we'll have enough time that day, so we can finish it together in the lab. You can prepare all the raw materials in advance."

Only if he prepares it himself and Han Xi makes it in front of him will he have nothing to say.

Minister Qiu could not hide his excitement upon hearing her consent and nodded repeatedly.

"Okay, then I'll wait for your notification."

Han Xi smiled knowingly. She was just curious about who was behind all this trouble.

After Minister Qiu left, Han Xi sent a message to Shen Jiheng, inquiring about the situation of Ximei's R&D engineers.

Shen Jiheng saw the message and immediately called back. Han Xi shook her head and answered.

"Actually, you can just reply to the message; you don't need to call."

"Isn't your attitude a bit cold? I can explain things more clearly over the phone. Besides, I want to hear your voice."

Han Xi wanted to remind him that they had met just an hour ago, and that saying such things was a bit cheesy.

"Let's get down to business. How's the investigation going in the West?"

"Based on the information we have so far, there are connections between researchers from four biotech companies, and this is all for the benefit of a so-called big boss."

Han Xi remembered that Tang Yi had mentioned this before, but she didn't know who the big boss they were talking about was.

"Have you found this personal information?"

"I find this strange too. The person behind this is very well hidden, and they seem to be very familiar with the internal workings of our companies, even knowing everything about us."

The only people who know them so well are those close to them.

But who in Chongqing would dare to oppose Shen Jiheng? Could it be Bo Siye?

Han Xi shook her head, quickly dismissing the suspicion. Bo Siye was currently too busy with his own base issues, and given the different industry he was in, he didn't have the time or inclination to deal with these things.

"Minister Qiu proposed mass production of Yunzhilian today, which I rejected. Now he is requesting my personal guidance on the refining process."

"This person is impatient, but I'm also very curious why only you and your daughter can create the Cloud Love."

Han Xi laughed on the phone. This was a top secret concerning the Han Shu Group, so naturally he couldn't tell him easily.

Shen Jiheng believed he knew everything about Han Shu Group's business and operations, but he was completely unaware of the formulas for these two perfumes.

Now that Han Xi has already handed over the formula, why is Minister Qiu unable to produce it successfully?

"I'm sorry, this is a secret that can't be told to outsiders."

Shen Jiheng rubbed his head; he must have been dizzy to ask such a question.

"I shouldn't have asked this question. I have a way to bring out the person behind this, but it requires cooperation between our two companies."

Han Xi immediately became interested and excitedly asked, "Tell me about it!"

Shen Jiheng began to keep everyone in suspense: "Since it's a meticulous plan, we definitely need to discuss it privately. It's not clear over the phone."

Although she knew this was just an excuse he made to meet her, she didn't take it seriously.

"Okay, I'll leave work early and go home to talk about this."

"I'll pick you up after get off work."

After hanging up the phone, Han Xi frowned. This felt more like a date.

She opened her computer and saw several excellent R&D engineer resumes in her email. She couldn't just sit idly by; she had to make arrangements in advance.

Han Xi felt a little sleepy at noon, so she asked Peng Ling to make her a cup of coffee.

Peng Ling was thoughtful; when she delivered the coffee, she also prepared some snacks for her.

"Mr. Han, there's a newly opened cake shop across the street. I remember you like mousse cakes, so I specially chose a flavor for you."

Han Xi saw the strawberry-flavored cake in her hand, with fresh strawberries still covered in jam, as if they had just been picked.

"It looks great, thank you."

"There are also many shapes that children like. I pre-ordered one, and I'll pick it up for you after get off work."

Han Xi looked up at her and asked with a smile, "Why are you suddenly in such a good mood today?"

Peng Ling said earnestly, "President Han has always been so good to us, and I want to repay him in some way."

Han Xi nodded with a look of relief, hoping it was just as she said, and that she didn't have any other ulterior motives.

"I'm so lucky to have such a sensible assistant like you. You can go ahead and get busy. I'll call you if I need anything."

Peng Ling smiled and said, "Then I'll go get busy first. Remember to drink coffee."

Han Xi picked up her coffee, took a sip, and praised, "Your skills have improved even further."

"Thank you for the compliment, Mr. Han."

Seeing Peng Ling's relieved expression, Han Xi subconsciously glanced at the coffee in her hand, wondering if she was nervous about her skills or if there was another reason.

After Peng Ling left, Han Xi poured the coffee into a water glass and put it in her handbag. She wanted to see what was added to it, as she didn't trust anyone in the company anymore.

Han Xi was still thinking about Peng Ling's changes today, and vaguely felt that she seemed more sleepy. Could it be because she had just drunk a sip of coffee?

There was definitely something wrong. Han Xi quickly took out her phone and sent a message to Shen Jiheng. Before she could get a reply, there was a knock on the door.

Han Xi took a gamble and pretended to be asleep on the table, when he heard the door open.

"Mr. Han, are you sleeping? I have a document that needs your signature."

She was only gone for five minutes. If something really happened, why didn't she bring it over earlier? Saying things like this now seems more like a test.

"Mr. Han, wake up."

Peng Ling tentatively stepped forward, gently patted Han Xi's shoulder, and shook her head.

"President Han, can you hear me? This document is really important, please open your eyes and take a look."

It felt like she was using quite a bit of force; it didn't seem like she was dealing with someone who was dozing off, but rather she was checking if she was asleep.

Han Xi never imagined that someone she trusted would betray her. What was her motive?